The best family-friendly breweries with playgrounds

Cheeky Monkey have been a mainstay on the brewery circuit for some time, and they hold claim to one of the most adventurous playgrounds on this list. Situated at their Caves Road location, the playground is ripe for little explorers to get busy. There are plenty of climbing frames along with the piece de resistance: a high rope water crossing. Of course, there is also their fully fenced, brightly coloured playground to play on, and fun activity packs for kids to keep busy with at the table – that’s on top of a solid list of brews and brewpub fare to keep the adults happy too.

A short drive from Margaret River, CBCo Brewing sits out on Osmington Road amidst vineyards and lush green pastures. With one of the biggest playgrounds in the region, the kids will be kept busy while you kick back with a sample paddle of some craft brews and chew on their famed chicken wings and pizza. Kids are also well catered for, and if they fancy a run around there is a box full of balls and games to kick around with on the brewery’s expansive grounds. Older kids will love the challenge of hitting a golf ball and trying to land it on the little island on the lake.

Brewhouse has very quickly earned its reputation as the kid friendly pick for a beer close to town. Just a short stroll from the centre of Margaret River, the kid’s menu is fresh and flavoursome and there is plenty of outdoor seating and grassy spots overlooking the playground. And what a playground it is. You’ll find it hard to pull them away from all the fun…in fact, that’s perfect timing for a second round, wouldn’t you say?

Kids big and small all point to one thing when they arrive in the warmer months at Beerfarm. You can’t miss it: a giant waterslide into the dam. (Full disclosure: it’s only for the actual kids.) This venue is the definition of casual, and you’ll be welcomed for a relaxed bevy and bite to eat along with the kids whether in Ugg Boots or a summer dress. Inside you’ve got pinball and pool tables, while outside sits the playground and the famous slip ‘n’ slide. A converted dairy farm, the kids will be entertained simply gazing at the cows down in the paddock. Extra points for their commitment to reducing their water and energy consumption while still pumping out great beer. Cheers!

Tucked out in the undulating countryside of Cowaramup, this spot is perfect when you just want to get away from it all. A family-owned microbrewery, Cowaramup Brewing Company brew up some fabulous craft ales with a definite European style. Adults can book a behind-the-scenes tour, while kids can settle in for a few hours in the playground, or run around the rolling grassy hillside. Of course, there’s plenty of food to munch on too, and you can take a growler home to continue the party once the kids go to bed.

To those who struggle to decide what to drink, Black Brewing Co. is the place for you. Fancy a pint, but your significant other wants a gin and tonic? Oh, and something decent to eat… not another pizza, that was yesterday’s dinner. Well, here you have it. The venue is home to Black Brewing Co. as well as Dune Distilling. They also have an awesome share-style menu, complete with a special menu for kids. Plus, that all important playground to keep the kids busy while you finish your meal in peace and quiet.

Ever since the doors opened at Wild Hop Brewing Co. it’s been a hit with beer lovers, and bookings are recommended if you would like to visit on the weekend. With an ever-changing menu designed around local produce and family style share plates, you can sit back and relax while the kids are kept busy in the nature playground. Everyone’s happy, right?

Situated smack bang in prime position on the Busselton Foreshore, Shelter Brewing Co has fast become a favourite hangout with locals and visitors alike since opening in 2020. The menu of elevated classics has something to suit all taste buds and is perfect for groups fresh from a swim at the beach. There’s a mini playground and sand pit for the little ones to enjoy, or if you are there in the morning grab a bagel and takeaway coffee then wander over to the epic shipwreck adventure playground and skatepark right next door for the kids to burn off some energy.

Not long after opening their doors, Southcamp has become one of Dunsborough’s new favourite hangout spots for locals and visitors alike. Centred around a relaxed beer garden, it’s easy to kick back and enjoy their fresh in-house brewed beers by Wilson Brewing Co, great wine and cocktails, tasty food and the cruisy, down south vibe. Families love the giant sandpit and established trees in the rear courtyard as they keep the kids entertained for hours, and always in direct sight of their parents socialising in peace.